Redeeming Productivity 8 Tips for Becoming a Better Reader
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Dec 12, 2023 Tips for becoming a better reader include reading good books, focusing on old books for timeless insights, skimming before reading, and quitting unbeneficial books. The hosts discuss speed reading techniques, absorbing book content, reflection and synthesis, and writing in book margins for a personalized reading experience.
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Be Selective And Prefer Older Books
- Read only good books and be selective because you'll read only a few thousand in your life.
- Prefer older books since time filters for timeless insights that stay relevant.
Skim Before Committing
- Skim a book before committing by reading the table of contents and chapter endings.
- Use that quick scan to decide if the book merits your full time or should be passed on.
Drop Bad Books Quickly
- Quit bad books early so you free time for better ones instead of dutifully finishing poor reads.
- Treat dropping a bad book like quitting a harmful habit; it's often the wiser choice.